Before the All-Star & Olympic break, the Sparks lost 86-61 to Minnesota. Napheesa Collier from the Lynx could not be stopped as she tied her career-high with 27 points and cleared seven rebounds.
As the Sparks lose 84-74 to Seattle Storm on Mental Health Awareness night, the frustrations continue to rise due to the lack of depth on their roster.
Sparks superstar Nneka Ogwumike is once again snubbed from playing in the Olympics. Most say it’s politics, but there has to be deeper reasoning because Nneka is undoubtedly one of the best players in the WNBA. Fans all over the world were shocked to witness the USA Women’s Basketball team disrespect Nneka. As the Sparks prepare for their upcoming games, it is difficult for them not to acknowledge the terrible decision. Without a solution or long-term goal, Sparks head coach and GM Derek Fisher believes the Olympic situation with Nneka shouldn’t be actively discussed. The awareness should be focused on
The Sparks played in a historical game on Sunday afternoon against New York Liberty.
The new Spark Erica Wheeler has 1500 career points. This milestone is a significant accomplishment for her; she’s overcome adversity to reach this point in her career.
The Clippers blew out the Jazz 132-106. After being down 0-2 in the series, many people projected Clipper nation to lose, but Kawhi Leonard was determined not to allow that to happen.
The Los Angeles Rams are back in action. They were able to have their first open practice with fans. Over 30,000 fans attended the minicamp, and it was the first time they saw the new stadium and new uniforms in person.
The Sparks started the 25th anniversary off strong with a victory over the Indiana Fever 98-63. Without their two stars Nneka and Chiney Ogwumike, the team was full of energy and put their full offensive firepower on display.
Tough night for the Dodgers as they lose 11-6 to the Giants. As Albert Pujols knocked his 669th homer in the outfield, his team struggled to get a victory.
Los Angeles Sparks star Nneka Ogwumike looks forward to great basketball this season, and she’s hyped about seeing fans in the arena.
Paul George is focused on the bigger picture. As the world continues to survive the pandemic, George states sports help take people’s anxiety and depression off.
On a day where Kobe Bryant was inducted into the Hall of Fame, the Dodgers beat the Marlins in a shutout 7-0. Trevor Bauer 10 strikeouts contributed to the win over the Marlins. The Dodgers have won four straight and they are now 22-17.
March Madness is here, and women’s basketball continues to rise. Games tipped off this past weekend but let’s not forget about the inequalities women have faced when they are supposed to be celebrated.
Paul George says, “It wasn’t right, it wasn’t right. NCAA, they were wrong for that. When you look at the space they had and the equipment, that they originally had. It’s not right.”
The multifaceted star Chiney Qgwumike re-signed with the Sparks, and she will continue her stardom in Los Angeles. The two-time All-Star is wearing many hats, producing ESPN films, broadcasting, and the WNBA Vice-President.